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Cerement: meaning, definitions and examples

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cerement

 

[ ˈsɛrəmənt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

burial, wrapping

Cerement refers to the cloth or shroud used to wrap a corpse before burial. This term is rooted in the practice of preparing the dead for the afterlife, often symbolizing respect and reverence for the deceased. Historically, cerements were crafted from various materials, including linen or silk, depending on cultural and religious customs. The use of cerements reflects deeply held traditions surrounding death and mourning.

Synonyms

burial cloth, shroud, wrapping

Examples of usage

  • The ancient Egyptians used fine linen cerements for their pharaohs.
  • During the funeral, the cerement was carefully placed around the body.
  • Traditionally, the cerement must be white to symbolize purity.
  • In many cultures, cerements are adorned with symbols of faith.
  • The process of wrapping the body in cerement is filled with ritual.

Translations

Translations of the word "cerement" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cerecimento

🇮🇳 क़फ़न

🇩🇪 Leichentuch

🇮🇩 kain kafan

🇺🇦 покривало для тіла

🇵🇱 płótno pogrzebowe

🇯🇵 埋葬布

🇫🇷 cercueil

🇪🇸 sábana mortuoria

🇹🇷 kefen

🇰🇷 관

🇸🇦 كفن

🇨🇿 pohřební plátno

🇸🇰 pohrebné plátno

🇨🇳 裹尸布

🇸🇮 pokrov za truplo

🇮🇸 kist

🇰🇿 жерлеу жамылғысы

🇬🇪 მიცვალებულის საფრენი

🇦🇿 cəfən

🇲🇽 sábana mortuoria

Etymology

The word 'cerement' originates from the Latin term 'ceramentum', which is derived from 'cera', meaning 'wax'. This etymology relates to the historical practice of preparing bodies, often using wax for certain ceremonial aspects. The use of the word in English can be traced back to Middle English, where it was used to describe burial garments. Over the centuries, the term has retained its association with death and funerary rites, reflecting humanity's enduring traditions in dealing with mortality. Cerements have been an integral part of various cultural practices, emphasizing the importance of honoring the deceased in both religious and social contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,646, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.